BMW 5251 Service Manual page 728

Sedan/sport wagon 1997-2002 5 series e39
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Rear Suspension
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When installing subframe bushing, be sure alignment arrows
point front and rear.
Coat new mount with CircolightB anti-friction agent.
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Draw new bushing into subframe using BMW special tools 33
4152,334153,334154,334155,334157.
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Remainder of installation is reverse of removal, noting the fol-
lowing.
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Tighten suspension arm and shock absorber fasteners to
final torque only after vehicle has been lowered and sus-
oension has settled.
Rear wheel bearing carrier, removing and
installing (sedan models)
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Raise rear end of car and remove wheel
WARNING-
Make sure the car is firmly supported on jaclc stands de-
signed for the purpose. Place jaclc stands underneath struc-
tural chassis points. Do not place jaclc stands under
suspension parts.
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With an assistant applying brakes, break free and remove
staked collar nut (arrow).
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Remove brake caliper and brake disc. Hang brake caliper
aside with stiff wire. Do not disconnect brake fluid hose. See
340 Brakes.
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Disconnect parking brake cable from brake shoe expander.
See 340 Brakes.

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